In short: We've got a great conversation going about the ins and outs of new ways people can find support workers. Read on for our latest addition! It all started with the fourth piece in our … [Read more...]
Yes we want to hire workers more easily. But let’s also talk safeguards and support
We recently published our last confusion-clearing piece called 'Is it true that self management means hiring all my workers?' Well we got some great responses and comments and asked one commentator … [Read more...]
Infusing my life with colour: Plan Management and the NDIS
Getting NDIS ready is also about deciding how you want to manage your NDIS funds. There are three ways to manage your NDIS funding. The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) can help you … [Read more...]
Help! How do I turn my ideas into a goal?
The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) have recently produced information that tells people how they can get ready for their first NDIS plan. They say there are 4 essential steps Learn … [Read more...]
It’s all about relationships: getting the best from my team
A self directed approach enables me to recruit and choose my own team of staff who assist me to live in my own home. After 20 years of independent living and using a wide range of services, staff … [Read more...]
How to create a team that can manage themselves and be accountable
Lyne Mear is a consultant in Human Resources, Industrial Relations and Employees Relations. Her focus is creating work places that are self-generating, solution oriented and enjoyable. One of the … [Read more...]
Recruitment success: getting clear on your ‘who’
Our previous blog on this issue started 'at the end’ or on tips to get clear on the purpose of paid support. We recommended this as a first step in successful recruitment. For starters, … [Read more...]
Recruitment success: getting clear on your purpose
Really good paid support is a key aspect of taking more control, being able to get on with your life and sustaining effort in self direction. Attracting, inviting and supporting the ‘right’ people is … [Read more...]